Just-cause eviction in Chicago, IL

One rule applies, with its citation below.

Two competing just-cause ordinances are before the Council
Chicagomedium confidence

Verified on 2026-08-01 — 15 days ago.

Chicago has no just-cause requirement yet. Two competing ordinances — PRO and FAIR — are heading to a Council vote.

PRO would additionally require relocation payments and LLC beneficial-ownership disclosure. Which version passes changes the exit for a small building, so track it before a long hold.

Unit counts
Up to 12 units

Sources

  • Chicago City Council — PRO and FAIR just-cause proposals — Proposed ordinances before the Chicago City Council, 2026

Every rule for Chicago, IL